Vascular Surgery - Full-Time NP/PA

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Concord, NC

About The Position

Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute is hiring an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for its Vascular Surgery Team. This hospital-employed role primarily supports vascular surgeons in the operating room, hospital, and clinic, caring for a broad spectrum of vascular conditions. The clinician will first- and second-assist with routine and complex vascular procedures and work in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Weekend and shared surgical call are part of the role. The practice is a high-volume vascular center performing more than 2,500 procedures annually. Its services include treatment for arterial, lymphatic, and venous disease; transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR); aortic aneurysm repair and treatment; peripheral artery disease care; vein treatment; and limb salvage. Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute is part of a large regional cardiovascular program serving North and South Carolina.

Requirements

Complete an accredited physician assistant/surgical assistant program or acute care nurse practitioner program.
Hold basic and advanced cardiac life support certifications.
Hold board certification by the appropriate board.
Have superb communication skills.
Have a passion for program development and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of experience in a PA or NP role in Vascular Surgery is preferred.
Experience first-assisting in the operating room is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform initial and periodic medical histories, physical examinations, and daily assessments.
Record examination and assessment findings and plans of care.
Write appropriate prescriptions and administer medications.
Order and interpret laboratory and radiology examinations.
Determine treatment plans for patients.
Document patient encounters, observations, interventions, and actions in the medical record in a medically appropriate manner.
Act as a patient advocate for the population served.
Attend, participate in, and contribute to group or practice meetings and development of policies and procedures when requested.
First- and second-assist surgeons with routine and complex vascular procedures.
Provide care in operating room, inpatient hospital, and clinic settings.
Participate in weekend and shared surgical call.